To the Editor:
Regarding Bob Warchol’s letter (“Riveting History,” 7/15), I am impressed that his 14-year-old son is interested in World War II. I wouldlike to mention one part of the war effort that is always ignored. That is the history of the most dangerous service that was instrumental in winning the war, the U.S. Merchant Marine.
We lost a bigger percentage of men than any other service and were initially ignored by Congress, which refused to recognize us and give us benefits.
June 29, 2016
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